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S.1721: SSI Extension for Elderly and Disabled Refugees Act of 2011
About This Bill
- This bill was introduced in the 112th Congress
- This bill is primarily about social welfare
- Introduced Oct. 17, 2011
- Latest Major Action Oct. 21, 2011
- See the one similar bills introduced in other congresses.
Bill Sponsor
Bill Cosponsors
5 (All Democrats)
Bill Summary
SSI Extension for Elderly and Disabled Refugees Act of 2011 - Amends the Personal Responsibility and Work Opportunity Reconciliation Act of 1996 to extend through FY2012 the eligibility period for benefits under title XVI (Supplemental Security Income) (SSI) of the Social Security Act for certain aliens and victims of trafficking. Amends the Immigration and Nationality Act to establish a diversity immigrant VISA petition fee of $30, which...
(Source: Library of Congress)
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Bill Actions
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Introduced in the Senate, read twice, considered, read the third time, and passed without amendment by Voice Vote.
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Message on Senate action sent to the House.
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Received in the House.
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Held at the desk.
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| Oct. 17, 2011 |
Introduced in the Senate by Charles E. Schumer (D-N.Y.) |